H-1B1 Chile Visa Accountant Jobs

H-1B1 Chile visa sponsorship lets Chilean accounting professionals work in the U.S. without a lottery or USCIS petition filing. The 1,400-visa annual cap rarely fills, and your CPA credentials or IFRS expertise travel well into roles at U.S. audit firms, corporate finance teams, and public accounting practices.

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Latham & Watkins LLP
Lead – Financial Accounting
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Latham & Watkins LLP
New 6h ago
Lead – Financial Accounting
Latham & Watkins LLP
Los Angeles, California
Finance
Accounting
Audit
Tax
$115k - $140k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits
Accounting Analyst
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Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits
Added 2d ago
Accounting Analyst
Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits
Las Vegas, Nevada
Finance
Accounting
Tax
Audit
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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UBS
Accounting Specialist
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UBS
Added 4d ago
Accounting Specialist
UBS
Chicago, Illinois
Finance
Accounting
Business Analysis
Investment Banking & Capital Markets
$90k - $108k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Snap Inc.
Staff Accountant
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Snap Inc.
Added 1w ago
Staff Accountant
Snap Inc.
Los Angeles, California
Finance
Accounting
Audit
Tax
$76k - $133k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Accountant
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Added 1w ago
Accountant
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Salt Lake City, Utah
Finance
Accounting
Audit
Tax
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Tips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an Accountant

Align your credentials with U.S. licensing standards

Chilean accounting degrees satisfy the H-1B1 visa specialty occupation requirement, but U.S. employers in audit and public accounting often prefer CPA-eligible candidates. Research your state's CPA exam eligibility rules before applying so you can address licensing pathways proactively in interviews.

Target employers with established LCA filing histories

Look for accounting firms and corporate finance departments that have filed Labor Condition Applications before. Employers already familiar with the H-1B1 Chile process move faster and make fewer LCA errors, which shortens the gap between your offer letter and consulate appointment.

Benchmark your offer against DOL prevailing wage data

Before accepting any offer, verify the proposed salary meets the DOL prevailing wage for your specific accounting role and work location using the OFLC Wage Search. An LCA filed below the prevailing wage will be rejected, delaying your entire timeline.

Search H-1B1 Chile sponsorship roles on Migrate Mate

Filter by H-1B1 Chile sponsorship status on Migrate Mate to find accountant roles at employers with verified LCA filing history. This cuts out firms that list accounting jobs without the infrastructure to sponsor international workers.

Clarify who files the LCA before you sign anything

The H-1B1 Chile process requires your employer to file the LCA with DOL and present it at your consulate appointment. Confirm in writing that your employer, not a third-party staffing agency, holds the LCA, since staffing arrangements complicate consular adjudication for this visa category.

Prepare your IFRS and U.S. GAAP documentation for the consulate

Consular officers assess whether your role genuinely requires a specialty degree. Bring evidence that your position involves applying GAAP, IFRS, or SEC reporting standards, along with your academic transcripts and any professional certifications, to demonstrate the specialty occupation requirement clearly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does an accounting role qualify as a specialty occupation for the H-1B1 Chile visa?

Yes. Accounting qualifies when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field. Roles involving GAAP compliance, SEC filings, tax advisory, or audit work consistently meet the USCIS specialty occupation standard. General bookkeeping positions that don't require a degree typically don't qualify, so your job description needs to reflect the professional-level requirements.

How does the H-1B1 Chile visa differ from the H-1B for accountants?

The H-1B1 Chile visa skips the H-1B lottery entirely and doesn't require a USCIS petition. Your employer files a Labor Condition Application with DOL, and you apply directly at the U.S. consulate in Chile. The annual cap is 1,400 visas and has never been exhausted, so timing your application around a lottery date isn't a concern.

How do I find accounting employers who will sponsor an H-1B1 Chile visa?

Migrate Mate filters job listings by H-1B1 Chile sponsorship status and surfaces employers with verified LCA filing history, so you're not cold-applying to firms that have never sponsored international workers. Large public accounting firms, multinational corporate finance departments, and Big Four affiliates are the most common sponsors for accounting roles.

What documents does my employer need to file before my consulate appointment?

Your employer must obtain a certified Labor Condition Application from DOL before your appointment. The LCA confirms the offered salary meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for your accounting role and location. You'll bring the certified LCA, your offer letter, academic transcripts, and proof of Chilean citizenship to the consulate interview.

Can I work for multiple accounting clients or employers on an H-1B1 Chile visa?

Your H-1B1 Chile visa ties you to the specific employer named on the LCA. If you want to work for a different firm or add a second employer, that employer must file a separate LCA and you may need a new visa stamp. Contract or consulting arrangements where the end client differs from your visa sponsor require careful review before you accept the work.